Category Archives: End Polio Now

PDG Herb Trumpoldt Shares Polio Immunization Stories

Past District Governor Herb Trumpoldt (RC Yorba Linda Sunrise) visited Orange Sunrise Rotary on September 7th to share his experience as part of a Rotary National Immunization Day in India this past winter.

With dozens of photos he took during the trip, Herb illustrated the unsanitary conditions of India’s poor, which contributes to the spread of the disease in that country. He also highlighted the cooperation of dedicated local community leaders, government, United States health organizations and Rotary to distribute thousands of doses of polio vaccine to India’s children.

Polio, practically unknown in the United States since the introduction of a vaccine in the 1950’s, is still endemic in four countries of the world: Pakistan, Afghanistain, India and Nigeria.

Rotary International has been committed to the eradication of this life threatening, crippling disease since 1985.

Orange Sunrise Donates $1,600 to End Polio Now

Orange Sunrise Rotary members joined 1,000 Rotarians from around District 5320 at the 3rd Annual Rotary Night with the Angels to End Polio Now on August 20, 2011.

The event, featuring a pre-game tailgate party and chili cookoff, raises funds and awareness for Rotary’s efforts to eradicate the crippling disease around the world. A portion of tickets sold was donated by the Angels organization to The Rotary Foundation.

Orange Sunrise raised $1,100 in ticket sales and donated another $500 during the chili cookoff, taking the prize for most donations raised during that event. Although Orange Sunrise submitted a delicious black bean chipotle chili, prepared by member Amy Bippus, the club lost the title to the Rotary Club of Placentia.

Club members and guests enjoyed the game in a club suite and were treated to an Angels win in 12 innings.

A concert followed the game by the group “Mercy Me”.

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Orange Sunrise “Wins” District Chili Cook-Off

Orange Sunrise Rotary was one of more than a dozen entries at the First Annual Rotary District 5320 Chili Cook-Off held July 31st during the Rotary Angels’ Night to End Polio Now.

Rotary clubs gathered for a tailgate party under the Big A and presented a variety of chilis for tasting and judging. The Orange Sunrise entry, prepared by member Jason Curtis, included several secret ingredients that had the crowd returning for more of the spicy-fruity concoction.

Rotarians purchased the right to vote by paying $5 for a chili bowl and spoon. Additional voting tickets were $1, with most of the proceeds benefitting The Rotary Foundation. The first and second place winners received a share of the proceeds as well.

When the dust settled, Orange Sunrise had collected more than $600 in votes, taking the first place prize. Runnerup was the Rotary Club of Anaheim.

Then it was off to the game, where the club was thrilled to see its name it lights during the game!

OSR Chili Cookoff Winner

Announcing a New Saturday Night Cruise!

Encouraged by the success of the Thursday Nite Cruise at Fatburger, Orange Sunrise has arranged a second, monthly cruise night at Tutto Fresco Italian.

On the second Saturday of each month, Tutto Fresco will donate 20% of the evening’s sales to Orange Sunrise Rotary. This family restaurant is located at the corner of Katella and Glassell in the City of Orange. Join us for delicious food and a family atmosphere!

Tutto Fresco Announcement

Rubio’s Joins Thursday Nite Cruise

Rubio’s Fresh Mexican Grill is now a sponsor of the weekly Thursday Nite Cruise, raising funds for The Rotary Foundation. Rubio’s donates 20% of the net proceeds. joining neighbor Fatburger in supporting Orange Sunrise Rotary.

More than 100 car owners bring their classic, customs, hot rods, street rods and “rats” to the Village of Orange parking lot each week. Car enthusiasts support The Rotary Foundation by chowing down on great hamburgers, onion rings, fish tacos and the occasional cerveza.

Since it began in July, the cruise quickly became a tradition, with many returning every week. Car owners bring their own chairs, to sit, chat and share their love for the automobile.

As of August 30th, more than $2,400 has been raised for The Rotary Foundation. On September 24th, Orange Sunrise began collecting items for “Operation a Bit of Home” as well. The donated DVDs, hygiene supplies, sports and recreation items, snacks and other goodies will be packed and shipped to Freedom Rest in Iraq by Orange Sunrise members.

Because of the generous support of Fatburger, Rubio’s and the car loving community, the Thursday Nite Cruise will continue all year long! Current hours are 5:00 to 8:30 at the Village of Orange, 2318 N. Tustin Ave., Orange, California.

Rotary Days with the Angels Raises Thousands for the Rotary Foundation

Local Rotarians sold more than 1,100 tickets to the August 29th Angels baseball game, raising nearly $20,000 to End Polio Now!

Clubs in Rotary District 5320 worked together to sell the discount tickets. In turn, the Angels organization donated one-half of each ticket price to the Rotary Foundation. Rotarians also sold Angels baseball caps, specially embroidered with the “End Polio Now” logo.

District 5320 was joined by Rotarians from neighboring districts as well and everyone kicked off the day of fun at a tailgating party under the “Big A” in the stadium parking lot.

Orange Sunrise set up camp with a huge RV and variety of party foods and beverages. After everyone had their fill of fun and heat (temperatures were in the high 90s!), all headed in to watch Anaheim Hills Rotarian Sterling Gary deliver a ceremonial first pitch. Rotarians were also happy to see frequent video promotion of Rotary on the stadium’s big screens during the game.

Unfortunately, the Angels lost the game to the visiting Oakland As. But there’s always next year – the Angels are already committed to hosting a Rotary day again during the 2010 season!

Fatburger Donates $1000 to End Polio Now

Fatburger of the Village of Orange presented Orange Sunrise Rotary Club with a $1,000 donation to End Polio Now during the “Thursday Night Cruise” event in July. Fatburger donates 20% of the proceeds each week to Rotary causes. So far, the weekly classic car night has raised nearly $2,000 for the Rotary Foundation.

Fatburger and Orange Sunrise Rotary will continue their partnership to raise funds for charitable projects benefitting the local community and our public schools. The successful “Thursday Night Cruise” will run through October at the Fatburger location a 2318 N. Tustin Avenue, Orange. Cruise hours are 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There is no charge to show or view the more than 120 classic cars, hot rods and street rods on display.

Cruise Night to End Polio

Orange Sunrise Rotary has teamed with Fatburger for a weekly Thursday night car cruise to raise funds to End Polio Now.

Every Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fatburger will donate 20% of its proceeds to Rotary causes. Street rods, hot rods, classics and customs will be on display in the Fatburger parking lot at the Village of Orange, 2318 N. Tustin Avenue, Orange, CA. Fatburger and other mall merchants will giveaway t-shirts and other free prizes each week.

The first cruise on July 2nd drew more than 3 dozen enthusiastic car owners, who all promised to “tell a friend”. This event will grow quickly, so come on out and see the free show and have a burger!